2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Explorer | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
