2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Santa Fe | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |