1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car 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 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Intrepid | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
