1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 1982 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 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
Model | Ninety-Eight | IPL |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |