1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | T5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
