1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 626 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
