1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 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 1981 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 928 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
