2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
