2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 700 kg more than 1986 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 25. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
