1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Relay |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
