2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
