1999 Daewoo Korando vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1999 Daewoo Korando is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Korando. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 702 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Daewoo Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 Daewoo Korando (421 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm). This means 1999 Daewoo Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Daewoo Korando has manual transmission. 1999 Daewoo Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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