1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ninety-Eight | GLK |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2756 mm |