2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1975 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LaCrosse | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |