1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 35 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, 2011 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Calais |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
