1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Partner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Partner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
