1978 Mazda 121 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1978 Mazda 121 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. 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 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 121 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 121 | Record |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
