2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Santa Fe | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
