1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Cutlass | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
