1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 525 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Record |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
