2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. 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 (298 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Santa Fe | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2662 mm |
