2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 824 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Record |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
