1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 606 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
