2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | B2300 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |