2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Doblo | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
