1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 535 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Camaro | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3230 mm |