1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 34 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Proton Arena, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Arena 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 | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Arena |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
