1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 542 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 021 C | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
