2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
