2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
