2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 920 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 11 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
