2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
