2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 136 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 393 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1975 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1975 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
