1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Meteor | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |