1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Rekord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
