1972 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Torana | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
