2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Thesis | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
