2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tiburon | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |