2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
