1970 Opel Record vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 205 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
