1970 Opel Record vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Record | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Record | Cambridge |
Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |