2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ariel | Oldsmobile |
Model | Atom | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3230 mm |