1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
