1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic II is newer by 31 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic II. 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, 2007 Renault Scenic II, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2690 mm |
