2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 944 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 944. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
