1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
