1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1991 Tata Estate

To start off, 1991 Tata Estate is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (124 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1991 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1991 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 1991 Tata Estate
Make Oldsmobile Tata
Model Ninety-Eight Estate
Year Released 1977 1991
Engine Size 5736 cc 1947 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 67 HP
Torque 305 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5610 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2830 mm


 

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