1985 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Rekord weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Rekord | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Rekord | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
