1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 701 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mustang | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |