1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 812 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2011 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Rekord | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
