1967 Opel Record vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 44 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 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
Because 1967 Opel Record is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Record | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
