2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 322 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Terracan | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
