1980 Saab 900 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 781 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Saab | Hyundai |
| Model | 900 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
