1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 706 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Rekord | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
