1998 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus 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 380 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Focus 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:
1998 Ford Focus | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Focus | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |