2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 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 44 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 896 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. 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 1992 Volvo 480. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | 480 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
