1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
