1999 Hyundai XG vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Hyundai XG is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG, 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 Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XG | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3230 mm |
