2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 572 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
