2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 468 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
