2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 148 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 613 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
