1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charger | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
