1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 305 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2630 mm |
