1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, both 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight and 1984 Buick Century were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
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, 1984 Buick Century, 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1984 Buick Century | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Century |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 224 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2662 mm |