2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z 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 131 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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 1970 Honda Z. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
