1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 838 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Durango |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3043 mm |