1970 Opel Record vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 187 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Record | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
