1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1977 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Sunbird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1977 Pontiac Sunbird has manual transmission. 1977 Pontiac Sunbird 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 | 1977 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
