1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
| Model | Trofeo | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
