2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 732 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (435 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
