1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 30 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 (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Epica, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Epica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
