1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 26 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
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 (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
