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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 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 606 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (170 Nm @ 4300 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 | 1493 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
