1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 25 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 655 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.
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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MPV | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
