1967 Opel Record vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 40 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 401 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 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Record | V50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
