1979 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |