2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 835 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
