1970 Opel Record vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 39 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 521 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Record | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
