1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Toyota Corolla 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Toyota Hyundai
Model Corolla Santa Fe
Year Released 1970 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1166 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 77 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 436 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 8.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16:01
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1961 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4685 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2700 mm


 

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