1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 183 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
