1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 18 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 698 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
