1984 Dodge Colt vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Colt | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
