1970 Opel Record vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 465 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Record | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
