2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Acadia | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3230 mm |