2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 612 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. 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 1987 Toyota Celica. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |