1988 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 200 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
