2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | 121 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
