1986 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Falcon | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Falcon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |