2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 875 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
