1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 444 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.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer 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 | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
