2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 144 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 575 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
