2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 462 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Terracan | 88 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |