1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 428 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (365 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Oldsmobile Toronado 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Oldsmobile Hyundai
Model Toronado Santa Fe
Year Released 1968 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6967 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 260 HP
Torque 645 Nm 365 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2118 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2700 mm


 

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