1970 Opel Record vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 344 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Record | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Record | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |