1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
