2007 Hyundai H100 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (100 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai H100 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | H100 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
