1970 Opel Record vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 449 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Record | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
