1957 Opel Record vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Record | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
