2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 407 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 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avalanche | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
