1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 9 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 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 1986 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
