1970 Opel Record vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 36 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 425 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Record | ION |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
