2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 373 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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 1981 Volvo 240. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | 240 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |