1967 Opel Record vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1534 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Record | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3302 mm |
