1970 Opel Record vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 382 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 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Record | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
