1970 Opel Record vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 431 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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Record | S40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
