1979 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 820 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
