1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 15 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Rekord | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
