1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 887 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Sierra | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |