2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Nova 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 (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. 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 1987 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Santa Fe | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
