2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Rekord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |