1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Rekord | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
