2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Trajet | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |