2007 Ford Territory vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 22 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 521 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.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Territory | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Territory | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3790 cc |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |