2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 559 kg more than 1989 Volvo 244. 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 1989 Volvo 244. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 244 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
