2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 193 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
