1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 25 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 335 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Luxgen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1768 mm |
