2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 871 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Santana |
Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 436 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |