1970 Opel Record vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 327 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Record | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
