2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza 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 51 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 754 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
