1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 94 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 1987 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1987 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Rekord | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
