2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva

To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.

Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Infiniti FX 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
Make Infiniti Oldsmobile
Model FX Achieva
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5019 cc 3133 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm


 

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