2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
