1970 Opel Record vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Record | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
