2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 705 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 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 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |