1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 488 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 929 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
