1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Gran Torino | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |