1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 391 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
