1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. 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 1997 Hyundai Coupe. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Antara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1855 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 |
