1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 23 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 465 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Record |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
