1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
