2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol 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 106 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
