1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 813 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Hyundai Atos | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Atos | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |