1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Rekord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |