2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3080 mm |
