1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2615 mm |
