2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 19 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 900 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 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (320 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
