1985 Opel Rekord vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 31 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1985 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Rekord | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
