2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti EX | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | EX | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |