2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 422 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Terracan | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |