1970 Opel Record vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 319 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
