1982 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Santana | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Santana | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
