1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2651 mm |
