2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 123 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
