1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1971 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
