1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 136 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
