1957 Opel Record vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 1957 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Record | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
