1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 253 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
