1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 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 36 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. 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, 1977 Simca 1309, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
