2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sonata | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
