1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
