2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Etude | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1977 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
