2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 941 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
