2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 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 124 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 767 kg more than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |