1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | 240 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
