1998 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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.
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1998 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Achieva | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |