1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1094 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
