2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 820 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
