1999 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 568 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Impala | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Impala | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
