2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
