2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Expedition | 98 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |