1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 12 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Laser, 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
