1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
