1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 724 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Camry | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |