1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corona | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
