2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire

To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 558 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.

Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
Make Hyundai Oldsmobile
Model Santa Fe Jetfire
Year Released 2001 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3531 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 71.1 mm
Top Speed 166 km/hour 172 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1297 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L


 

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