1970 Opel Record vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 20 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 545 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Senator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
