1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2011 Hyundai Elantra
Make Oldsmobile Hyundai
Model Eighty-Eight Elantra
Year Released 1994 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4700 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 Length 5130 mm 4529 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2700 mm


 

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