1989 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
