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Opel Rekord E (facelift 1982) 1.8i CAT (100 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Opel Rekord:
The Opel Rekord is a large family car which was built in eight generations by the German car manufacturer Opel. Between 1953 and 1986, approximately ten million were sold.
The Series D and E Rekords also spawned derivative versions manufactured by Opel's British sister company Vauxhall and in the case of the Rekord E, GM's Australian arm Holden. In 1986, the Rekord nameplate was replaced by the Opel Omega.
The Rekord name evolved into the main name of the model; at first the name was used in close relationship with the Opel Olympia name, which pre-dated the Rekord but was also reinstated in a separate model in 1967....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E (facelift 1982) Overview:
Opel Rekord (E (facelift 1982)). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1145 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8i CAT (100 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers good, clean performance (15 sec 0-100 km/h), but the automatic transmission slightly dulls its responsiveness compared to a manual.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 10.1 l/100 km is relatively high, likely due to the catalytic converter and automatic gearbox.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and comfortable ride for its class
- • Wide range of engines, including economical diesels and powerful petrol options
- • Robust and generally reliable mechanicals
- • Practical and functional design
- • Good value for money as a family or executive car
Cons:
- • Susceptible to rust, especially in older models
- • Some base engines are underpowered, particularly with automatic transmissions
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and thirsty
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Interior materials can feel basic compared to premium rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E (facelift 1982): August, 1983 - September, 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Rekord |
| Generation: | E (facelift 1982) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8i CAT (100 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | August, 1985 |
| End of production: | August, 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 55.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C18NV More details about the engine C18NV |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 122.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1145 |
| Max. weight: | 1655 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4652 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1726 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2668 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1435 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1412 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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