1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
