1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta
To start off, 2000 Toyota Caserta is newer by 14 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 43 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2000 Toyota Caserta | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Caserta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 936 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
