1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Fairlane 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 1981 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Fairlane | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |