2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta 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 121 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
