1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Intrepid | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |