1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 21 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sidewinder | Record |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
