1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 29 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, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 18 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain.
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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Terrain |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2858 mm |