1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 753 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. 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 (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Ascona | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |