1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 16 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Ninety-Eight Eighty-Eight
Year Released 1981 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1755 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5610 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2820 mm


 

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