2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Cressida |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |