1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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.
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1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Sonata |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2794 mm |