1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2680 mm |