2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FX | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
