1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 17 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
