1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2649 mm |
