2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 680 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Chante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
