1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 10 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 535 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 380 | Record |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
