2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 37 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1967 Opel Record (152 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
