1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 2 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 715 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 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lagonda | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
