1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 17 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, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 2003 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2003 Samsung SM5 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 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Rekord | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
