1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Land Cruiser | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |