2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | 300 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |