2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Century. 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 (245 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Santa Fe | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2662 mm |
