1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
