2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
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 Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra 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 189 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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 1983 Nissan Micra. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Micra 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 Micra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
