1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 26 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 755 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. 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, 2010 Renault Symbol, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Symbol |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |