1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 158 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Ninety-Eight | S-MX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |