1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 33 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 469 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
