2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 29 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 290 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2300 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
