1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Record |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
