1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 28 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 65 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Malibu |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2738 mm |