1970 Opel Rekord vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Rekord | V90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
