2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 367 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Terracan | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1795 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 |