1985 Opel Rekord vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 14 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1999 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Rekord | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Rekord | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
