1972 Honda Z vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Z | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Z | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |