2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Merak 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 85 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Merak weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Maserati Merak. 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. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1979 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1979 Maserati Merak will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | Merak |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
