1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Opel Rekord (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
