1989 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3230 mm |
