1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 90 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
