1970 Opel Record vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 13 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 265 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Record | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
