1982 Volkswagen Iltis vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 1 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Iltis | Santana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
