1970 Opel Record vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (230 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Camry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
