1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2500 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
