1992 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 879 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Scoupe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
