2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | 240 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |