2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 351 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
