2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2300 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | B2300 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |