1970 Opel Record vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
