1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 24 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 79 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.
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, 2010 Mazda Premacy, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Rekord | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
