2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 812 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Santa Fe | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
