1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2916 mm |
