1980 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
