1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M is newer by 21 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, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M 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 457 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M.
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, 2002 Opel Concept M, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Concept M |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |