1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Ninety-Eight | i20 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2525 mm |