1975 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford LTD weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1975 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | LTD | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
