1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 486 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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 1969 Ford Mustang. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
