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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 769 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
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 | 1769 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
