2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Express | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |