1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Ford Ecosport

To start off, 2012 Ford Ecosport is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ecosport.

Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ecosport, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (170 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ecosport. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Ecosport has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Ecosport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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