1970 Opel Record vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 436 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Record | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2803 mm |
