2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
