1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 39 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Cutlass | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
