1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Elantra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2700 mm |