2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Monza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |