2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Saturn Outlook | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlook | Santana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |