1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 957 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 1600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |