1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 35 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 502 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. 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, 2012 Opel Astra, 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 (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Astra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |