1970 Opel Record vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 32 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 539 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Record | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
