2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 669 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2002 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Lotec | Oldsmobile |
Model | C 1000 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |