1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 63 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlane | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
