2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S 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 643 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S 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 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Hyundai | TVR |
| Model | Santa Fe | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
