2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Veracruz | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
