2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 261 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.

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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 1965 Jensen CV-8
Make Hyundai Jensen
Model Santa Fe CV-8
Year Released 2004 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 6286 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 576 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 108 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1594 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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