1981 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Capri | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |