1997 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 607 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1997 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
Model | Achieva | M |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |