1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
