1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1022 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Rekord | Durango |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
