2012 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 1976 Holden Statesman 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 1976 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Hyundai | Holden |
Model | Santa Fe | Statesman |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |