1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 381 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |