2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 849 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
