1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 736 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 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 |