1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
