1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
