1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-2 | Record |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |