1970 Opel Record vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 190 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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Record | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
