2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 185 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 888 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Santa Fe | Chevette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |