2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,687 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4687 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
