1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1952 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1952 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 105 kg more than 1952 Talbot Baby. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1952 Talbot Baby | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Baby |
Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |