1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 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 |
