2008 Acura RL vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | RL | Aurora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |