2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 563 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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 1986 Toyota Camry. 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 (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
