1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2580 mm |
