1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 85 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
