1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Celebrity | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2566 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
