1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic 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 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Trafic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |