2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Equus | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
