1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 1954 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | 98 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
