2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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 (248 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Santa Fe | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2664 mm |
