1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 695 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Laser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
