2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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 1979 Mazda 929. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
