2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Santa Fe | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1243 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |