1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 323 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
