1967 Opel Record vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 65 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Record | 6000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 248 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |