1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 23 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lincoln |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | MKX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |
