1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 792 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cortina | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |