1983 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 531 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Capri | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |