1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 304 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Voyager | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
