2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 915 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
