1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1979 Renault RS 11
To start off, 1979 Renault RS 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault RS 11 (493 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault RS 11 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1979 Renault RS 11 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | RS 11 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 11000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
