1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 472 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jetfire | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
