2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Opel Manta
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Manta would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 798 kg more than 1975 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Manta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Opel Manta | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Manta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |