2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 286 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E-250 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
