2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 952 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
