2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 968 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |