1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 985 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Austin Maestro, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maestro | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
