2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 20 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 694 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord.
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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pregio | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
