2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 646 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 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
