1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Antara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |