1986 BMW 316 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (90 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
