1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 540 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 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Xterra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |