2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Santa Fe | Toronado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |