2005 MG TF vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 29 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 49 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 MG TF has manual transmission. 2005 MG TF 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:
2005 MG TF | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
Model | TF | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |