1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 36 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
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, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3100 mm |