2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Enclave | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
