1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 770 kg more than 1977 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1977 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1977 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Innocenti Mini | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mini | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |