1988 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Estate | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |