2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tucson | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
