2001 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Altis, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Altis | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Altis | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |