2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34.

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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ginetta G34. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2002 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ginetta G34 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Ginetta Oldsmobile
Model G34 Ninety-Eight
Year Released 2002 1974
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 5900 mm


 

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