2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 673 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Hyundai | Holden |
Model | Santa Fe | Commodore |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |