2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3030 mm |
