2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1966 Renault Floride

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 233 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1966 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 1966 Renault Floride
Make Hyundai Renault
Model Santa Fe Floride
Year Released 2008 1966
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3341 cc 1106 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 51 HP
Torque 306 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 38 L


 

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