2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tucson | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |