2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E-150 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
