2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Santa Fe | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |