1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-7 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |