2003 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Because 1985 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
