1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 27 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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, both vehicles can yield 305 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Bora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
