1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 516 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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 1985 Audi 100. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 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 | 1260 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
