1981 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volkswagen Santana | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Santana | Agila |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
