1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 746 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |