1972 Volvo 164 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 538 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 164 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | 164 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
