2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1360 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
