2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Santa Fe | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
