1949 Mercury Roadster vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 411 kg more than 1949 Mercury Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Mercury Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Mercury Roadster | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Roadster | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4685 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |