1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 558 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |