1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1974 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
