2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 130 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 866 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 1988 Lada Samara. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Santa Fe | Samara |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |