2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 17 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 887 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 964 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | V Sixteen | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2600 mm |
