1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 18 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1425 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Santana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
