1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 805 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |