2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,456 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 148 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 955 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
