2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 1981 Volkswagen Santana has manual transmission. 1981 Volkswagen Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Veracruz | Santana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |