1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 846 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Centura | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
