2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Entourage | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Entourage | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
