1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |
