1989 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 786 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 420 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
Model | 420 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |