2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Make Hyundai Oldsmobile
Model Santa Fe Vista Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3473 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 380 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 103.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.9 mm
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3080 mm


 

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