2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
