2002 Mazda Demio vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Mazda Demio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 59 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Demio, 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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Demio | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 105 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
