1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 9 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | LTD | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
