2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
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 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 975 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
