1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Opel Antara | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Antara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1899 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |