1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Opel Rekord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 110 S | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1698 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
