2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica 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 31 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 734 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
