2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 188 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 951 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
