1970 Opel Record vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 307 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Record | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
