2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Admiral |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |