1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 73 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avenger | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
