1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
