1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 Dodge Avenger is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 345 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, 1999 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Avenger | Record |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
