2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 396 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
