1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 538 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |