1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 598 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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 2010 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Aurora | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
