1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Diamante | Rekord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |