2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 463 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
