1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 28 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saturn L, 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2004 Saturn L 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 | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
