1985 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1715 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1985 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1985 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Rekord | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3505 mm |
