1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Tempo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
