2002 Lada 119 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 26 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 107 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. 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, 2002 Lada 119, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 119 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 119 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 119 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 76 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
