2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 398 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 850 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
