1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Cutlass | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |