1970 Opel Record vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 355 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
