2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 44 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
