2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 598 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
