2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 433 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. 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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX 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 | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |