2005 Lexus LS vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LS | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
Model | LS | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |