1970 Opel Record vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 5 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 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Record | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
