1985 Citroen Axel vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 970 kg more than 1985 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Axel | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
