2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 549 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Veracruz | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
