1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 35 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 2005 Ford Falcon 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 2005 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon 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 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
