1989 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 723 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 80 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
