1970 Opel Record vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 485 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, 2011 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Record | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
