1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 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, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Record |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
