1980 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN 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 118 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. 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 1980 Citroen LN. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | LN | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
