1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |