2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Santa Fe | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2664 mm |
