2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
