1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Consorte | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3030 mm |
