2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Talbot Horizon 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 143 more horse power than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Talbot Horizon. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Talbot |
| Model | Santa Fe | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
