1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1987 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1987 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2450 mm |
