1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |