1970 Opel Record vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 614 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
