1998 Ford Triton vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 1998 Ford Triton and 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Ford Triton. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Triton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 488 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Triton has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Triton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Triton | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Triton | Aurora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 353 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2900 mm |