1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 27 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 259 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Terrain |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2858 mm |