2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 721 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 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accent | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
