2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 888 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Santa Fe | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |