2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 658 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
