1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1975 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Aurora |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2900 mm |