2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 889 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 1988 Lada Samara. 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 (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Santa Fe | Samara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |