1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 147 kg more than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm). This means 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
