2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Santana has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
