1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |