1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Rekord | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
