1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 38 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 526 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | i30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
