2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FX | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
