1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fairlane | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |