1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Opel Rekord weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1953 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
