2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 903 kg more than 1978 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 307 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |