1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Rekord | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Rekord | TR7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |