1986 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 665 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Carina | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |