1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 749 kg more than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
