2002 Hyundai XG vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Because 1971 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XG | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 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 |
