1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 194 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Opel Rekord (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 616 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 616 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |