1984 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 517 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.
Because 1984 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
