1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 229 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Trofeo | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
