2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 673 kg more than 1992 Opel Astra.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Astra. (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
