1970 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. 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 1970 Honda S800. 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 (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S800 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |