2008 Opel GT vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel GT | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
