2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
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 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 441 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
