1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1967 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Viva 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 54 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Viva. (69 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Viva.
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 | 1967 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Viva |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1159 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |