2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 446 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |