2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
