1967 Opel Record vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 39 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Record | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
