1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2011 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
| Model | Achieva | RX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
