1976 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
