2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 280 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
