1970 Opel Record vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 42 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 411 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Prius |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
