2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
