2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
