2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan 350Z | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | 350Z | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |