2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 535 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
