1970 Opel Record vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 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 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Record | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
