1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 11 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 53 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2960 mm |