1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 331 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Daytona | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
