2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 kg more than 1969 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 (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
