2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 1974 Mazda 110 S
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Santa Fe 110 S
Year Released 2008 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 1964 cc
Horse Power 140 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 212 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2360 mm