2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tucson | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
