1975 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |