1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 818 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2600 mm |
