1988 Dodge Lancer vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, both 1988 Dodge Lancer and 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Lancer. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Dodge Lancer. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Lancer | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
