1989 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 1 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
