2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Santa Fe | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
