1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 32 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 42 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2830 mm |
