2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 596 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 1985 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
