1968 MG MGC vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1968 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1968 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 MG MGC | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
Model | MGC | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |