2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Lada Samara
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 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,456 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 136 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 870 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lada Samara. 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Santa Fe | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
