2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 174 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 995 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |