2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Santa Fe Corona
Year Released 2005 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 137 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2510 mm