1970 Opel Record vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Record | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
