1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 539 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Spirit | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
