1970 Opel Record vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 28 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 175 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, 1998 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
