1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Rekord | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 140 L |
