1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 253 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Ninety-Eight | CC |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2711 mm |