1984 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1984 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1984 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
