2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Renault 25
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 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
