2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 278 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Concorde | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
