2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
