1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 28 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3001 mm |
