2009 Acura TSX vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TSX | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
