Opel Rekord D (1972–1977)
The Opel Rekord D was offered with 9 engine versions (7 gasoline, 2 diesel), from 55 to 100 hp, built 1972–1977.
Production years1972–1977
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length179.8 in (4,567 mm)
Width67.6 in (1,718 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Cargo volume14.4 cu ft (408 l)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)
All Opel Rekord D engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 (66 hp) | 1972–1975 | Gasoline | 66 hp (49 kW) | 87 lb-ft (118 Nm) | 20 s | 89 mph (143 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.7 S (83 hp) | 1972–1975 | Gasoline | 83 hp (61 kW) | 94 lb-ft (128 Nm) | 16.5 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 S (97 hp) | 1972–1975 | Gasoline | 97 hp (71 kW) | 108 lb-ft (147 Nm) | 14 s | 100 mph (161 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 2.1 D (60 hp) | 1972–1977 | Diesel | 60 hp (44 kW) | 87 lb-ft (118 Nm) | 23.5 s | 84 mph (135 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 D (55 hp) | 1974–1977 | Diesel | 55 hp (40 kW) | 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) | 81 mph (130 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| 1.7 (60 hp) | 1975–1977 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 83 lb-ft (112 Nm) | 21.5 s | 87 mph (140 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 (75 hp) | 1975–1977 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 97 lb-ft (132 Nm) | 16.5 s | 94 mph (152 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 (90 hp) | 1975–1977 | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 14 s | 99 mph (160 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 (100 hp) | 1975–1977 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 114 lb-ft (155 Nm) | 13 s | 106 mph (170 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.