1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Intrepid | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
