2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Santa Fe | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |