1974 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 766 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Capri | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |