2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Santa Fe | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |