1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 76 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |