1969 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 752 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Capri | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 65 L |
