1980 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 826 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 80 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
