1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 975 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 205 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
