1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-4 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
