1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
