2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
