2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 923 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Accent | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accent | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |