1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 443 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 2009 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire has manual transmission. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Starfire | Actyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |