1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Rekord (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2197 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
