2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 705 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 18 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
