1970 Opel Record vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 523 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Record | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
