1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GTV | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
