1984 Opel Rekord vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Rekord | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Rekord | Tamora |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |