1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 249 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Explorer | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
