1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Opel Rekord (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
