2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Record |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |