1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Record |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
