1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-7X is newer by 29 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-7X. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
