1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 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 59 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1972 Seat 124 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 124 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |