1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
