1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 1 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 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1198 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Fleetwood | Record |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2670 mm |
