2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
