2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
