2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 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 511 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 228. 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
