1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dakota | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
