1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 627 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 75 L |
