2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Renault 14
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 830 kg more than 1981 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 14 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
