1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 911 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | 460 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
