1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Rekord | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
