1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |