2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser 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 113 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
