1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Record |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
