1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
