1986 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 851 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
