1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Hyundai Marcia 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Hyundai Oldsmobile
Model Marcia Aurora
Year Released 1994 1997
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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