2009 Acura RL vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 22 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RL | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
