1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 26 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, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Tocsa. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Tocsa has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Daewoo Tocsa | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Daewoo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Tocsa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 237 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |