1988 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 753 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Samara | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |