1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 848 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Accent |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2570 mm |