1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 37 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Ninety-Eight | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4888 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2890 mm |