2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
