1985 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 16 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 925 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 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Rekord | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Rekord | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
