1999 Hyundai Galloper vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (98 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Galloper has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Galloper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Galloper | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
