2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Maserati 430
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 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | 430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
