2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Nova 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 156 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 955 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Santa Fe | Nova |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
