2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
