1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
