2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 167 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 856 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
