1962 Ford Taunus vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 910 kg more than 1962 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Taunus | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taunus | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
