1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 235 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
