2005 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
