2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 136 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 380 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
