1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Laser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Laser. 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
