1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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 Renault Trafic, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Trafic 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 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Trafic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |