2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 45 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 446 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 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 1990 Mazda RX-7. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda RX-7 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.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |