1982 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 101 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Record |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
