1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 399 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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Venza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
