1975 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Capri | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
