2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,456 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 107 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 611 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |