1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Achieva | Trofeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
