1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 341 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
