2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown 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 144 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |