2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1980 Volvo 244
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 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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 Volvo 244. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 244 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
