2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 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 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 367 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. 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 1988 Renault 4. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Renault 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |