1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
Model | Wrangler | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3964 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |