2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 672 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Santa Fe | 1600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 39 L |