2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 599 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |